Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
A direct flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes on average 3 hours 10 minutes. The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, making it 1 hour behind Baku.
Each week, there are 139 flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you prefer to jet off early, select the 01:15 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from GYD to IST is 22:50 with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Look through the direct flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular airline.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between GYD and IST are:
Esenboga International Airport
Tbilisi International Airport
Trabzon Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from GYD to IST, check if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is ₹ 9,730. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 15,454. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from GYD to IST by booking 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Baku. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to GYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're on a late flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near IST:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 50 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GYD to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. After booking your flight from GYD to IST, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
There's more than one way to get to and from Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another popular choice. Look into your options for flying in or out of this international airport.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
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